Manuscript vellum DS, signed at the upper left, “George R,” one page, 16 x 12, August 27, 1777. Appointment of Arthur Holdsworth “to be Captain and governor…of Block-houses in Our Town and Port of Dartmouth in our County of Devon.” Triple-matted and framed with a small etched steel portrait and commemorative plaque to an overall size of 39 x 27. In fine condition, with heavy intersecting storage folds, and some scattered light toning, and wrinkling. The paper seal is crisp and intact. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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